Parking Near Loughborough University, Castle Donington
What Parking Is Available for Loughborough University?
Loughborough University visitor parking costs £3.50 for up to 4 hours, £7 for a full day, £2 from 6pm to 8am, or £2 for Saturdays or Sundays up to 24 hours. The closest listed Parksy space is 0.4 miles away at £3.70 an hour. Students need a permit for permitted campus areas.
- Address
- Union Way, Thorpe Acre, Charnwood, LE11 3TP
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking at Barrow Health Centre, Loughborough, 0.4 mi (8 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Loughborough Central railway station, 1.4 mi (28 min walk)
Parking Near Castle Donington
A university campus building Photo: Pexels / Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Parking on the Loughborough University Campus
For a campus visit, Loughborough University’s visitor tariff is £3.50 for up to 4 hours, £7 for a full day, £2 for evenings from 6pm to 8am, and £2 for Saturdays or Sundays up to 24 hours (lboro.ac.uk). These rates are listed for the university’s visitor parking and give short appointments, full-day visits and weekend trips separate options.
Students need a permit for the permitted campus areas. The university says student permits allow parking in Car Park 1, the multi-storey, Car Park 7 excluding 7a, and Holywell Car Park excluding Holywell Gym (lboro.ac.uk). APCOA operates the university parking service, with vehicle registration, permits and account management handled through its parking portal (lboro.ac.uk; apcoaconnect.com).
The Busiest Times Around the Campus
Parking pressure is greatest during university term times, when daily student and staff travel combines with visitor movements across the campus.
Union Way sits in Thorpe Acre, where a car is not the only consideration during busy campus periods. Student permits are restricted to Car Park 1, Car Park 7 excluding 7a, and Holywell Car Park excluding Holywell Gym (lboro.ac.uk), so permit holders cannot treat every campus car park as interchangeable. The university lists Traffic and Parking on 01509 226777, while APCOA lists 0345 301 1151 for parking support (lboro.ac.uk).
Shopping and Council Parking Near Loughborough
Drivers looking beyond the campus can use the town-centre parking options around Loughborough, including shopping-centre and council-operated car parks. These are useful when the destination is in the centre rather than on Union Way, or when a campus car park is unsuitable for a longer town visit.
Carillon Court is represented by a Parksy space 0.9 miles away at £7 an hour. Sainsbury’s Loughborough has a listed space 0.8 miles away at £7.84 an hour, with 24/7 availability included in its listing. Both options put drivers near established shopping areas, while council car parks provide another town-centre choice for errands and appointments.
Parksy Spaces Close to Loughborough University
The closest listed Parksy option is a space at Barrow Health Centre, 0.4 miles away, priced at £3.70 an hour. It suits students, staff or visitors wanting a nearby paid space outside the campus. Forest House Medical Centre in Leicester is 0.8 miles away at £3.70 an hour, while the 24/7 Sainsbury’s Loughborough space is also 0.8 miles away at £7.84 an hour.
For town-centre access, the Carillon Court space is 0.9 miles away at £7 an hour. The monthly option is suited to regular students or staff, while the daily spaces fit occasional visitors.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Parking Is Available for Loughborough University?
Loughborough University visitor parking costs £3.50 for up to 4 hours, £7 for a full day, £2 from 6pm to 8am, or £2 for Saturdays or Sundays up to 24 hours. The closest listed Parksy space is 0.4 miles away at £3.70 an hour. Students need a permit for permitted campus areas.
How Much Is Visitor Parking on the University Campus?
The visitor tariff is £3.50 for up to 4 hours, £7 for a full day, £2 for evenings from 6pm to 8am, and £2 for Saturdays or Sundays up to 24 hours. These options cover short appointments, full-day visits and weekend trips. Students need a permit for the permitted campus areas.
Which Campus Car Parks Can Student Permit Holders Use?
Student permits allow parking in Car Park 1, the multi-storey, Car Park 7 excluding 7a, and Holywell Car Park excluding Holywell Gym. Permit holders cannot treat every campus car park as interchangeable. APCOA handles vehicle registration, permits and account management through its parking portal.
When Is Parking Pressure Greatest Around Campus?
Parking pressure is greatest during university term times, when daily student and staff travel combines with visitor movements across the campus. Union Way sits in Thorpe Acre, where a car is not the only consideration during busy campus periods. Traffic and Parking is listed on 01509 226777, while APCOA lists 0345 301 1151 for parking support.
What Is the Closest Listed Parksy Parking Space?
The closest listed Parksy option is a space at Barrow Health Centre, 0.4 miles away, priced at £3.70 an hour. It suits students, staff or visitors wanting a nearby paid space outside the campus. The daily spaces fit occasional visitors, while the monthly option is suited to regular students or staff.
What Town-Centre Parking Options Are Nearby?
The Carillon Court space is 0.9 miles away at £7 an hour, while the Sainsbury’s Loughborough space is 0.8 miles away at £7.84 an hour and has 24/7 availability included in its listing. Council car parks provide another town-centre choice for errands and appointments.
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